by Mira | Jun 8, 2016 | almonds, amar el deen, cholesterol, fiber, health, iron, Nutrition, nuts, Omega 3
I’ve already talked about nuts and specifically about Al Rifai nuts varieties! I like a lot how they always talk about the vitamin, antioxidants and fiber present in all their products! During the month of Ramadan, it is no doubt important to boost your energy...
by Mira | Dec 20, 2015 | calories, health, kastana, Nutrition, nuts
It’s winter time and Christmas time! Chestnuts are one of my favorite winter treats. It reminds me of Christmas and celebration time and family gatherings. A lot of people ask me how fattening Chestnuts might be (known also by Kastana) Good news for everyone!...
by Mira | Jul 8, 2014 | diabetes, glycemic index, health, Nutrition, nuts, ramadan
Jallab is one of those drinks associated with hot, lazy summer days! It is also directly associated with the hot season of Ramadan!! What is Jallab?? One of the most popular drinks in the Middle East, Jallab is made by diluting Jallab syrup (made of grape molasses,...
by Mira | May 5, 2014 | health, Nutrition, nuts, yogurt
Wanna sleep like a baby? What you eat will have a big influence on the quality of your sleep! A lot of you know that, but maybe they donnow why or what are the best food that promote rest. I mentioned in an old post, that when you don’t sleep that much, a...
by Mira | Oct 19, 2013 | antioxidant, calories, health, Nutrition, nuts, unsaturated fat
Pistachios! I decided to talk about this nut category as many of you are afraid to eat that thinking that it can be harmful for their health!! Although Pistachios are calorie-dense nuts that can easily add up to hundreds of calories if you’re not careful,...
by Mira | Nov 26, 2012 | fiber, health, nuts, unsaturated fat
Many people think of peanut butter as a non healthy food due to its high caloric content and the amount of fat found in it! Peanut butter was invented in 1890 as a meat protein substitute beacause it is very high in protein but it is actually made of ground-up...